Where a report includes a crime, such as the
sexual abuse of a minor, it will also be reported to civil authorities.
Otherwise, reports will be kept confidential.
If you have any other kind of complaint about a bishop—such as
parish assignments, church closings, or homily contents—please
address those directly to your diocesan or eparchial bishop instead.
Sexual abuse by a priest, deacon or a staff member or volunteer
of the Church should be reported to the office of Victim Assistance
in your local diocese/eparchy. So, to be sure you get the help you
need, phone numbers and addresses may be found on the diocesan/
eparchial website.
If you are the victim of sexual abuse (or any other crime), please
contact local law enforcement.